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Duration

3 to 4 months

Fees

£550

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The Certificate in Introduction to Finance teaches you how to implement fundamental financial tools apply them to crucial decision-making processes.

Robust financial practise lies at the heart of every healthy business, and this programme will give you an appreciation of the basic financial tools and how to apply them in decision-making. You will gain an understanding of the concept of the time value of money and learn how to formulate basic financial equations.

Learning Outcomes

Graduates of this certificate programme will possess career-ready skills in:

Valuation, portfolio theory, and foreign exchange markets

The use of NPV and IRR future values, present value, perpetuities, and annuities

Financial markets and institutions, including the stock market and financial intermediaries

The role of the financial manager, cash flow versus profit, agency theory, and corporate governance

Online Delivery

Your programme modules and learning content are delivered via the Canvas study platform, and feature the following resources:

Professionally produced video lectures created by leading business practitioners

A designated tutor who will provide support and feedback throughout your programme

Case studies and discussion questions to enhance your understanding of theory in context

Downloadable e-books and free library resources to aid your assignment writing and research

Access to online forums where you can share and discuss new concepts with fellow students and professionals from around the world

Entry Requirements

A good level of English language ability is recommended

Relevant work experience is an asset, but no work experience is required

Syllabus

The course seeks to develop problem-solving skills in finance which enable you to apply intuition and basic financial analytical skills to decision making, through an examination of the following subject areas:

Introduction to finance – the role of the financial manager, cash flow versus profit, agency theory, and corporate governance

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